Industrial Shredder Maintenance Technician

UNAVAILABLE; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly bonus

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA with company contribution

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Annual stock awards

Stock purchase plan with 15% company配

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent scholarships

Discount database

Supplied uniforms

Job summary

OmniSource is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and maintain shredding equipment and related systems. The role focuses on the auto shredder operation and requires strong mechanical, electrical, and welding skills.

Candidates should have substantial experience with industrial machinery, hydraulics, and PLCs, and be able to work safely around heavy equipment. This position offers a hands-on environment with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficient in schematics, hydraulics and pneumatic diagrams, blueprints, welding and fabrication.
• Able to analyze issues, troubleshoot malfunctions and find effective solutions.
• Experience maintaining industrial machinery, preferably shredders or heavy equipment.
• Capable of operating maintenance vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience with three‑phase and single‑phase electrical repairs.
• Capability to perform general electrical repairs.
• Ability to perform basic welding and fabrication to repair components.
• Able to arc weld with stick and MIG processes.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repairs without direct supervision.
• Working understanding of programmable logic controllers.
• Thorough equipment inspection to identify potential problems before issues arise.
• Commit to safety practices and follow safety regulations around heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect shredder components like hammers, grates and liners for wear and tear.
• Lubricate moving parts, check hydraulic systems and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and react to emergencies.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, replace worn parts and repair leaks to minimize downtime.
• Assist with installation of utilities and equipment.
• Adhere to safety protocols and use PPE, following lockout/tagout procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

schematics

hydraulics

pneumatic diagrams

mechanical blueprints

welding

fabrication

troubleshooting

maintenance vehicle operation

3-phase electrical repairs

arc welding (stick/mig)

PLC fundamentals

safety compliance

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical testing tools

Job description

OmniSource is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and maintain shredding equipment and related systems. The role focuses on the auto shredder operation and requires strong mechanical, electrical, and welding skills.

Candidates should have substantial experience with industrial machinery, hydraulics, and PLCs, and be able to work safely around heavy equipment. This position offers a hands-on environment with comprehensive benefits.